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Barrie police seek suspect in human trafficking investigation

Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man wanted in connection with a human trafficking investigation.

According to Barrie police, an investigation revealed the suspect has allegedly been trafficking a female youth from Barrie and has allegedly exploited her in the sex trade for a period of time.

Police say the suspect has allegedly exercised control over the victim’s actions and movements and has profited from her acts.

Officers are now searching for a man in his late 20s, with a thin build and long, dark hair worn in braids.

Police say the suspect is known to visit the Barrie and Greater Toronto Area.

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Anyone with information is asked to please contact Barrie police at 705-725-7025 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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